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A triangular-shaped feature of deposits at the mouths of many rivers is called a delta. It usually is in the shape of what is called an alluvial fan.

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Transported sediments are usually deposited at what location?

Transported sediments are usually deposited at locations where the transporting medium's energy decreases, such as river deltas, beaches, and the mouths of rivers. The sediment settles out of the transporting medium and accumulates to form sedimentary deposits.


Are fan shaped deposits of sediment called floodplains?

No, fan-shaped deposits of sediment are called alluvial fans. Floodplains are flat areas next to rivers that are covered in sediment during floods.


What is the soil deposited by rivers called?

The soil or sediments itself is called silt, and the landform that is often created at the mouths of rivers is called a river delta. Sand bars are also created in rivers and other waterways by deposited silt.


Muddy areas are usually found at the mouths of large rivers. These areas are caused by?

The muddy areas found at the mouths of large rivers are mainly caused by the sediment and silt carried by the river as it flows downstream. When the river reaches the ocean or a lake, the sediment settles due to the decrease in water velocity, creating muddy areas. Rainfall and tides can also influence the formation of these muddy environments.


What are Alluvial Placers?

Alluvial placers are deposits of valuable minerals or metals (such as gold) that have been transported and concentrated by flowing water, typically in rivers or streams. These deposits are often found in the form of sediment, sand, or gravel and can be mined using various methods such as panning or sluicing.